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The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

If man blows his own trumpet,
can his opinion be sound?
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01
CURES all HagE 0ng,

from q common Blotch, or Eruption, to the
worst Scrofula. Salt-rheum, "Fsver-sores,'
Scaly or Rough Skin, in short. Ill disease
caused by bad blood are conquered by this
powerful, purifying, and invigorating medt
cine. Great Eating Ulcers rapidly heal under
it's benign influence. Especially has il mani
tested its potency in curing letter, Eczema
l1rysipeias, Bois, Carbuncles, Sore Eyes, Scrof
uious Sores and Swellings, Hip-Joint Disease
White Swellings." Goitre, or Thick Neck
snd Enlarged Glands. Send ten cents ID
stamps for O large Treatise, with col0red
plates, on Skin Diseases, or the same amount
for Treatise on Scrofulous Affections.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

Badly winded-the shorn mon
arch of the forest.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

An enthusiastic editor wrote
The battle is now open.' But,
alas the intelligent composition
spelled battle" with an "o," and
his readers said they has suspected
it all along.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

The home stretch-a nap on the
lounge.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

Tha toy balloon makers bust
ness being greatly Inflated has an
upward tendency.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

10 you feal duh. lsnguid, low-spirited. life.
4ess, and iDdaSorihably miserable, both plysi
caily and mentally; experience a sense Of
fuliuess or bi0ating after eating, or of gone.
Ing. tongue coated, bitter or bad taste in
mouth, irregular appetite, dizziness, frequent
headaches blurred eyeSght, - floating specksS
before the eyes. nervous prostitution or eX-
LaustiOn, irri.abilIty OF temper, hot 1iushes
alternating with chilly sensations, sharp,
biting, transient pains here and there, cold
feet, drOw6iness after meals, wakefulness, or
disturbed and unrefreshing sleep, constant
indescriba Die feeling OF dread, or of impend
Ing calamity?
If you have ell, or any considerable number
Of these symptoms, you are suffering from
that most common of American maiadies-
bilious Dyspepsia, or Torpid Liver, associated
with Dyspepsia, or indigestion. The more
greater the number and diversity of symp-
toms. n 0 matter what stage it has reached.
&ses EsEcFGos5 Golden Medical Discovery
VIII subdue Il, il taken according to direc-
tons for . reasonable length of time. II not
cured, complications multiply and COnsuulp-
ton of the Lungs, Skin Diseases, Heart Disease.
rheumatism, Kidney Disease or other grave
naladies are quite liable to set in and, sooner
or later, induce q fatal termination.
DR. Ffercess Golden Medical Eis.
cCVeFy acts powerfully upon the Liver, and
through that great blood purifying organ,
cleanses the system of all blood-taintS and i'm
purities, from whatever cause arising. Il is
equally efficaciou5 in acting upon the Kid
neys, and other eXeretory organs. cleansing,
strengthening, ana healing their diseases. As
an appetizing, restorative tonic, it promote,
digestion and nutrition, thereby building ul
both flesh and strength. In maiarial districts
this wonderful medicine has gained great
celebrity in curing Fever and Ague, Chills anG
Fever, Dumb Ague, and kindred diseases.
Ger. Eierce's Golden Medical Dis
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

A thing that grows upon you-a
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

A writer says the green apple
was never known to DO any enc any
good. The doctor could probably
tell q different story.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

Worth repeating-a kiss-some-
+; WINS
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

The new dynamite gun is de-
termined to make a noise IN the
world.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

China, for taxing purposes, re-
Gently made census and the pepa
lation is 319,6S3. 500.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

A msn may be able TO paint
town red from end to end, aud yet
possess none of the cardinal vr-
tueg.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

In its old age every comb loses
It's teeth and hair.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

Women are said to give back
talk, bat do not men dc tie sane
when they criticize the modern
hustle?
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

A railroad horsor-the train boy.
The harder = base ball club works
the more it plays.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

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nccomplishes for everybody exactly what isc aimet
forit One of the reasons for the great popularity
the Mustang LinInent Is found in Its universa,
applicability. Everybody needs such a medicine
The Lumberman needs 1t IN case of accident.
The Housewife needs IL for generalfamil use
The Cannler needs It for his teams and his men
The Mechanic needs 1t always on his wori
bench.
The Miner needs 1t in case Of emergency.
The Pioneer needs it-can't get along without it
The Farmer needs 1t in his house, his stable
and bis stock yard.
The Steamboat man or the BOatman need
1t in liberal supply s1oat and ashore.
The Horse-fancier needs it-it is his bes
friend and safest reliance.
The StOck-RroweP needs it-it VIII save hin
thousands of dollars and world of trouble.
The RaiIr cad man needs IL and will need II 81
long his life is round Of accidents and dangers.
The Bnci1ytosd sInan needs it. There is moth
ing Ike II as an antidote for tho dangers TO life
limb and comfort which surround the pioneer.
The Merchant needs IL about his store anon
his employees Accidents win happen, and whel
these come the Mustang Lininent is wanted at ono,
Keep n Bottle in the House. IT'S the best
economy.
Keep a Bottle In the Factory. Iisimmediat
use in case Of accident saves pain and loss OF wager
Keep a Bottle Always in tao Stnbio TO
use when wanted.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

The barber is a firm believer in
the theory of rotation in crops.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

We notice it is usually skin
flint who tries to hide q crime.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

which is ScrofTs;ss CgsG1e Kuugs, is arrested
and cured b. this remedy, ii taken in IL:
5erlier stages Of the disease. From its mar
vaJous power over this terribly fatal disease
when 1Tst Offering thig now world-tamed rem
tdy TO the public, D.. Pierce thought seriously
Of calling it his CONSUMPTION CURE but
abandoned that name as too restrictive foI
s. medicine which, from its wonderful com
biuatiOr Of tonic, or strengthening, alternative
or biOOd-cleansiur. snti-biiiOJS, pectOTai, ana
uutritivo properties is uneqraled, not only
IS a remedy for Consumption, but for al
e,sararEfG sSfzG7sS Of fine
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

The earth travels at the rate OF
100000 miles a week; but 30 far
it has never left the track; when
it doee, somebody is going to get
hurt.
The Pulaski citizen. [volume] (Pulaski, Tenn.) 1866-current, 1887-12-01

chat George Simpson, aappo,e
is one of the Iuckiest dogs alive"
remarked young Featherly, enyi-
onsly.
"In what way?'
in being engaged to Miss
Smith"
"How is he lucky in that? She
is not pretty, and is certainly not
rich"
me; but she clerks in a confec-
5ionery store, ! heard George say
that even the smell of ice cream
made her sick '-Harper's Bazor.
It is said that st least 100000
meteors fall from the heavens and
strike the earth every hour during
the year; and yet when q msn goes
home with damaged hat, and tells
his wife that BE was struck by a
meteor, she will not believe him.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23

you by the hand; you were engaged to one
Of the incest giris IN town. Now look ct
you'll Poor, broken-down, friende and re-
spectability al gone together. O, job, Job,
you're good for nothing i-unless," and the
Deacon became impressive and shook his
forefinger, '.you may be Of some use - q
walking lecture on temperance"
Job Harkns wiped his eyes with the back
Of his hand.
''Still. pity you, Job; indeed do We
are none Of us too strong. Lead NJ not in
to temptation il my own daily prayer.
won't give you . half dollar; III do better
than that. Can / trust youl"
ayes, you can, Deacon. Nobody ever
speaks to me as you do"
Tho good man hesitated. "He's perfectly
sober for once" was the thought that de-
tcrmined him.
swell, Job, I'll try you. I've got some
thing for you to do right OF, that know
from past experience nobody can do better.
IN give you . dollar, Q bed tonight, and
such Christmas dinner with my help, as
you haven't had since VIC sent the tur-
keys down to the army. l want to keep you
from the tavern tomorrow. Look there !"
He pointed to the stately occupant Of the
fOwlhouse.
by thunder, what buster!" was the
admiring comment.
biggest in town." said the owner COM
placently. "Tve fatted him carefully for
myself; tips the scale at TWENTY-FIVE pounds,
just rs he is. I'm going to have . dozen at
the table tomorrow; the young man from
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23


ners hmsel1. out win nle ssern 80 y ~
table, the children would % obhecd 20 -
IKE dummies, and eat IN sepuichraa silence,
for the father was nrm believer m tne
doctrine that "cmidren should De seen, no'
heard" and allowed no frivolous cnasser-
ing ct mealume.
one MAO ooen PutunB swy Ir0psa'U ~ !.
oalis OF outser ana oo.ons 2, eSss, ~ ,.. ~
nope OF oeing aoie 70 cmugg,e : lev "ssse
.rines qules'y mso 'near 'wcHmss' ~. -
neat was nesvy Win scnso u nc. IN
.olnty 70 m n 'ne ooosS sucn : 'n0
sne Wouid mo:
sne' saao N: noAiOEu' conns ~
trom tne Si,Aee ~1tn sI envc.ope ~ -
nana, oon Anow wuse cv1r you uo'
ou ~, IN n:vc 70 , ,esve ~ 10, o., 1" I.. =.
n"s u IL, NJ. NoAiC.u ply es.", =.
surPrise, W. voIy s1Iooin ei'ner uu'S W
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23
.1bel,evs m 90 gu. to dinner laughed

n believe IN 30 out TO dinner" laughed
young Clarice.
ssIt's too darned mean," voted twelve
yesr-old Solomon, junior, ruefully.
I'VE must make the best Of it." said the
Deacon. "Euch trials are cent to test our
Christian equanimity. Sally, II the Captain
IL half the man I think be h, he won't mind
1t. He's eaten hard tack and bacon on
Christmas before now.r
"But what shall VIC dof' Nrs. Cleghorn
persisted.
boil q ham; that, with your filings,
must do. What can't be cured must be en-
dured."
'l3ut the minister"
"Well, Dorothy, should hope the min
ister's picty don't depend on turkey for din
ner. shall tell the story at the table, just
as It Is; and they'll have to make the best
Of it, too"
This view was finally >acquiesced in all
round; in fact, there was nothing else to
do. Iirs. Cleghorn and her girls busted
themselves in the kitchen. Captain Brad
street arrived before breakfast, and young
Sol, reconnoitering 1t parlor window, re-
ported more hugging and kissing than he
had seen in q year. Excepting the younger
sister, who stayed at home to care for the
preparations made, the whole family at
tended an extraordinary centennial Christ
mas meeting. They listened to q sermon an
hour and twenty minutes long. and the
deacon sang with unusual JUNCTION. AttwO
O'Clock al were gathered about the long
table at home, with the minister, the doc
tor, the lawyer, and their wives, and the
Captain. It was beautifully spread
board, even without . turkey.
The 'grace before meat" was said, and
the deacon, with . slight ''ahemr' was
about to proceed with his apology and ex-
PLANTATION.
Then something very astonishing to him
occurred.
The door into the kitchen opened, and Job
Hari<ins appeared, shaved, hair nicely
brushed, and with . clean white apron.
On great platter he bore aloft the missing
turkey, done to Q beautiful brown, nicely
garnished, presenting . perfect picture.
"Just out Of the oven, SIR" said Job with
great solemnity, placing it before the
Deacon.
The murmurs Of surprise and approval
caused by its unusual size allowed the good
man and his family time to gather their
wits, and appear as though nothing I'M
usual had happened. A boisterous inquiry by
Master Cleghorn as to where that came from,
was promptly suppressed. The Deacon's
spirits rose; the feast proceeded; the turkey
and other viands were amply discussed, and
before the domestic brought in tho pies,
fruit and coffee there were laughter, mirth
and conversation all around the table.
When young Solomon briskly said to his
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23

Of his shirt His deep bass almost
drowned the feebler notes Of others at the
mecting-h house. He was the terror Of the
bows who misbehaved themselves there.
But he was really kind beneath q severe
manner. He Was . good citizen, fond Of his
home and his family; and he dearly loved
good eating.
The profound look of satisfaction that at
first beamed upon his broad face now gave
way to one Of perplexity.
8. It's q task i hate" he soliloQuized.
+" But never could trust Job Harkins."
The deacon would have resented severe
" any mention of that profane saying:
"Speak Of the devil, and he's sure to ap-
pear'' But the tMe-honored saw was
never better illustrated than st that mo-
ment.
"Isay. Deacon -, can't yca give me
half-a-dollar!''
Deacon Cleghorn turned and saw man
about thirty-fve years old, clad IN rusty,
anSled suit of somebody's cast-o6 clothes.
His face was thin and bore marks of dissi-
pation. He was ungry-looking and had q
neryous. twitchy way, that spoke sadly Of a
1ste debauch. He looked, and was, every
ching that the Deacon was not
.-JOb Harkins. you wretched person, what
brings you herer'
1T'n tell you, Deacon" The man spoke
whiningly, vet with q certain air Of assur-
ance, as il he knew to whom he was talking.
@ro-morrow's Chr1stmas. You know. They're
going to have q big dinner at the tavern
real half dollar feed turkey, roast pig and
Things. It's been good while since I've
had swell feed like that; and thought
mebbe-for old acquaintance sake, You
kncw-that you wouldn't mind giving me
the halfn
Some pity was mingled with the severity
Of the Deacon's look.
"Job, you know how I've tried to help
you"
70. yes; you've been very good to me"
ABut you won't Be- helped You win con-
tiaue to be your own worst enemy"
The poor fellow hung his head.
AUST think what you were ten years agoi
You'd made nrst-rate record for yourself
a The war: every body was glad to take
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23

elder sister; ''Sally, don't tread on my
| toes-I amt Captain Bradstreet," there was
louder laughter and some confusion.
Job Harlins waited on the table, and
when the company retired to the parlor he
sat down with the domestic and the two
| men who labored in the Deacon's fields, and
ate, Is he had been promised, his best
Christmas dinner since 1854. At nine o'clock,
when the village guests had departed, Job
| was summoned to the parlOr. He came
slowly aud difidently.
"Harkins," said the Deacon, you've re-
deemed yourself and surprised US. How
was iti"
Job looked doubtfully at Clarice, who
laughed mischievously.
He wants me to explain, father.
81 contrived little plot when found that
the great turkey was SAFE Job brought it
here just after you all went to meeting. /
stuffed and roasted it myself, telling the
girl to say nothing about it. Then made
Job stay up in the mems room till dinner
was ready, and he had his instructions, Is
you have SEEN"
1T was deception, Clarice," said the
Deacon.
at was well done, anyway" said Captain
Bradstreet.
you've been saying that I couldn't
cook" said Clarice, stoutly, to her mother
and sister. "What do you think nowr'
''She's awful clever" put in young Solo
mon.
..But don't understand how the turkey
came hack" said the Deacon.
''Sir," spoke up Job, with shaking voice,
'syour deserved reproaches last night
seemed to sober me all at once. In two
minutes resolved that I'd have that turkey
back, or somebody would be hurt. took
tho Ratchet and started. Knowing where
those fellows would be locked up together,
l went and Knocked at the door. They
wouldn't let me in. burst it in, and there
they were; two dozen of them round the
table throwing dice, with the turkey in the
middle of it They didn't seem to like my
locks. or the look Of the Ratchet. They all
fell hack as walked in
"sril take that turkey said. If any
man gets in my way, I'll split his head
Nobody offered to stop me. Right or
wrong. had it in me to do as said"
II believe you would have done II,
Job Harkins," said Captain Bradstreet.
There's an old soldier sound in your talk;
it's Just like you. Don't you know me!'
and the Captain offered his hand.
ITO be sure did, sir, as soon as saw
you. But it wasn't for me to speak to you.
I'm not the man was, Captain"
"We'il find the man in you, Job" was the
hearty reply. There was one there dozen
years ago, and believe he's there yet"
'sWhy, where did you know Jobr' Sally
asked.
HE vas in my company. A better
soldier was not in the war"
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23

"A long pau, 10li OF some my Ster1OuS cOnf
pound, had been sitting in a tub in the
woodshed, careiessly covered over with o
piece of carpet, and this was found to coz
tain ice-cream, and after all the other
things had been distributed, it came in.
piled up in delicious masses Of frozen
sweetness, on Mrs Rexford's best china
saucers, together with the angels food
which Aunt Nan had baked that day.
Mrs. Rexford actually cried with sur
pr;sed delight when Ted gave her . lovely
plush work-box. the first gift he had ever
beef able to make her, and told his story 0t
the kind gentleman and his gold watch.
Poor thing! she had enjoyed little Of merri-
ment or gift-making since her marriage,
and she enjoyed this. IS only kindly, cheer
full heart, crS,nped into space far too small
for il, can enjoy liberty and love freely e1
pressed.
Mother" said Ted, when. at q late hour:
Mrs. Rexford gathered her little flock to
gether for their evening prayers. 1T Al
ways seemed when l said Our Heavenly
Father IS if He was stern and cross Just
like father, but think He must be good on
He wouldn't let US had such u lovely
Christmas
Teddy, poor child" said Aunt Nan, and
her kindly bright eyes were full Of tears.
whatever comes, dear boy, don't forget
that, whatever your earthly father may b.
your Heavenly Father 10 all tenderness and
love toward you"
Before Mr.. Rexf0rd's return, all traces ot
the festivities were removed; he seemed
quite softened By the scenes through which
be had passed, and If he noticed any super
Auous articles about the house and sus-
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23

HAT tidings I have
heard to-day!
They say my boy viii
soon be we'll
That ON his cheek viii
cease to burn
The feyer-nrcs. They
strangely tell
His wasted strength viii
all return
In pastures gree n
where. undistressed,
He shall lie down 70
perfect rest:
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23

SIOf THAT NO1Sk ONEh IuEHE.
sentimental doings, children being, in his
eyes, necessary evils, from which to extract
the greatest amount of work with the least
amount of love and monev.
The mother rose, lamp in hand, and fol.
lowed them softly; she helped them un-
dress with soft, gentle touches, and then
drew them to her side for their evening
prayer. Little Nan, ten years of age, was
just at the point Of tears, and when she
came to the phrase in her simple prayer
'.God bless papa and mamma" her voice
broke into q muffled sob. It was SO hard to
pray for the father, who apparently loved
them SO little.
s.Hush, darling" said Mrs. Rexford, al
most in tears herself, as she drew the qu,v-
ering little form to her heart; perhaps
mamma will find q way yet"
Ted was thirteen, and in his rebellious
feelings omitted the customary phrase
from his prayer entirely. THE mean old
thing" he muttered, angrily, I'D like to
lick him"
Hush, dears," she said, gently, '.father
doesn't mean to be unkind."
.What does he do it for, then!' de-
manded the boy, and the mothers lips were
shut, for she had no adequate reply for
such pertinent question.
All this was done in whispers, and f.
miliar voice broke in upon the converse
ton at this juncture: ''Going to stay in
there all night, Janer And hastily tuck
ing them into their beds, with loving kisses
on the little grieved lips, she left them hur-
riadly to the gentle comforter, sleep,
whieh seldom refuses to come to healthy
childhood.
This was two weeks before Christmas,
and . week went By, and Mrs. Rexford saw
NO possible way to fulfill the hope she bad
Of making Il . pleasant day for
the children. She could get up good din
ner. Mr.. Rex1ord was fond Of good din.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23
TED'S CHRISTMAS.
A Good Story for Some Parents
to Read.

b e YRE going 70
have Q Christmas
tree, AM nuts, an
candy, an iee-crssmr'
and little Mans eyes
stuck out with the
delights Of imagine
ton.
Ny! Won't that be
jollyl" Ted was the
next speaker. and in
the excitemento Of the
moment he forgot
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1887-12-23
JOBS TURKEY.
A True Story of the Centennial
Christmas.
L LOSING IT.

THINK it will do"
said the deacon,
holding the door of
his fowl-house partly
open, where the
turkey was sleeping
away the late Dc
cember afternoon.
Deacon Sol o m o n
Geghorn was sixty
years old, round, fat,
rosy and digniied
He wore rumes at
the bosom and wrists
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1887-10-26
Crop Statistics.

The statistical report of the Department of
Agriculture makes an increase of only one
half OF one per cent in the condition Of corn.
The test of threshing has not materially en-
larged the average rate of wheat yield
which appears to be about lis bushels, OF
four-ienihs of a bushel less than last year
The increase of average. which is large in
Dakota, will make partial compensation and
bring the product nearly or quite 45o.vo,-
$50 bushels The yield Of oats is slightly be-
low an average, about . bushels per acre.
The product is fully eoo.00o0o0 bushels
The barley yield j. nearly - per cent. less
than medium yield. or about ~ bushels
per acre New York. ao.3; Michigan 1875 !;
Wisconsin. ls.5; Minnesota. 10 Iowa. 10 ;
California. sl.5. The yield of rye is 11.5
bushels per acre. and the product about
24000. .ooo bushels There has been drop
in the condifion Of buckwbeai from - to
nearly " The condition of potatoes has de
clined from 67.3 70 6i.5, partly from appear
ance of rot in the Atlantic States. The con-
dition Of cotton has further declined The
effect Of drought in reducing vitality and ar
resting gro with i more apparent than ON the
lsi of September